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GAUTENG OFFICE OF THE PREMIER 
 
It is the department’s intention to promote equity by achieving all numeric targets as contained in the Department`s Employment Equity Plan by targeting the required race/gender for appointment. To promote equity, females of all races are encouraged to apply. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be directed to: The Director: Internal Human Resources Management, Ms Merles Motlhabane, Office of the Premier, 65 Ntemi Piliso Street, Turbine Hall, Johannesburg 2001 or by Email Recruitment.Premier@gauteng.gov.za or online at www.gautengonline.gov.za, (GPG Professional Job Centre). (Please do not send applications to 30 Simmonds street) 
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 May 2021 

 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 Form available on www.dpsa.gov.za, accompanied by copies of qualification(s), identity document (certified in the past 3 months), proof of citizenship if not RSA citizen, a comprehensive CV, indicating three reference persons: Name and Contact Numbers, A relationship with reference, Reference checks will be done on nominated candidate(s). Note: Failure to submit these documents will result in the application not being considered. Please do not send any original certificates, diplomas or testimonials. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are short-listed and that their appointment is subject to the outcome of these checks include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal checking (It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority-SAQA). Note that correspondence will only be conducted with the short-listed candidates. If you have not been contacted by the Gauteng Office of the Premier within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 
NOTE: Requirement for all SMS posts, Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by department. Following the interview and the technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency assessments tools. Gauteng Office of the Premier reserve the right to utilise practical exercise / test for non-SMS positions and during the recruitment process (candidates who are shortlisted will be informed accordingly) to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). Gauteng Office of the Premier reserves the right to cancel the filling / not fill a vacancy that was advertise during any stage of the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR-GENERAL: GAUTENG OFFICE OF THE PREMIER REF NO: 008584 
(3-year performance-based contract, renewable for a further period of 2 years, dependent on performance) 
SALARY : R1 978 533 – R2 228 820 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package) plus a 10% non-pensionable allowance applicable to Heads of Department. 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) in the following fields: Public Management, Business Administration, Social Science, Law, Strategic Management, Human Resources and Finance or equivalent. 8 to 10 years’ experience at Senior Managerial level of which 5 years must be at SMS level in the Public Service. Key Competencies: Proven ability to operationalize and ensure compliance with legislation and policy development at national, provincial and local level. Demonstrable experience in management at an executive level, with a sizeable budget as well as a good understanding of and competency in Strategy Development and Management, Corporate Governance, Financial Management systems including cost containment, budgeting and expenditure control. The successful candidate must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of government priorities and the operationalisation thereof into key policy directives including Government’s Outcomes Based Approach, Theory of Change, Performance monitoring and evaluation, Strategic leadership, Change management and Project management. Capabilities should include service delivery innovation, exceptional reporting skills as well as the ability to communicate eloquently, Compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and financial regulatory frameworks underpinning good governance. Excellent co-ordination, communication, networking, negotiation, corporate governance and multi-tasking skills. Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work long hours. Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively. 
 
DUTIES : The Director General is overall responsible for exercising strategic leadership over the performance of the Gauteng Provincial Administration and the Office of the Premier by: Driving the Transformation, Modernisation and Reindustrialisation. Driving the coordination and implementation of Growing Gauteng Together. Driving a capable, ethical and developmental state. Adapting an organisational structure that is fit for purpose. Strengthening intergovernmental relations and the District Development Model. Driving transformation of state and society. Driving and coordinating government communications. In addition to the above, the Director General: Is accountable to the Premier and will serve as the Accounting Officer of the Gauteng Office of the Premier in accordance with the provisions of the PFMA. Serves as Cabinet Secretary to the Executive Council with the primary aim to ensure the effective functioning of all governance structures and the discharging of the statutory responsibility in terms of the Constitution, 1996. Support the Premier in coordinating and implementing GPG policies, as well as statutory and political responsibilities effectively and efficiently. Represent the department at various national and provincial intergovernmental fora. Provides strategic leadership to the Department and Overseeing the development, implementation, and monitoring of organisational programmes in line with organisational policies. Ensures sound financial management and application of good corporate governance principles. Drive the implementation of the Growing Gauteng Together [GGT] 2030 Plan of Action and work closely with the Gauteng City Region (GCR) Executives, Accounting Officers, Oversight committees, stakeholders and business on implementing the Premier’s vision of a ‘smart province. Drive the delivery agenda of the Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG), Over-seeing the development, implementation and monitoring of Departmental programmes and projects; structures, systems and processes to deliver on mandates and contributing to the broader strategic environment of Gauteng. Drive and coordinate the Improvement the quality of life of the citizens of Gauteng and Promote Gauteng as a Global City Region. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Sylvia Mtshali Tel No: (011) 355 6280 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: RESEARCH AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT REF NO: 008583 
SALARY : R1 251 183 – R1 473 852 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in Public Administration, Politics, Economic Policy, Social Policy, Public Policy & Governance, Policy Studies and/or relevant qualification. An appropriate postgraduate qualification in the Policy Development and Research will be an added advantage. 5-10 years relevant functional experience in the Senior Management position with proven managerial skills, of which 3 years in the public sector environment. The successful candidate must possess strong research, strategic, leadership, and management skills. A good understanding of government priorities and knowledge of the South African political landscape and the socio-economic environment within which Public Service delivery takes place. Understanding of the legislature proceedings and parliament. Understanding of Parliamentary procedures and standing rules of the Legislature. Key Competencies: Demonstrable Policy analysis, formulation and research; analytical and problem-solving; Communication (written and verbal). Financial management, programme and project management, people management and empowerment competencies. Attributes: Ability to work under pressure, in a team and independently and to cope with a high workload discipline. S/he must be assertiveness, innovative and creative. 
 
DUTIES : As part of the Senior Management team of the Office of the Premier, the incumbent of this position will be responsible for the overall management and/ or coordination of the following functions: Lead and manage policy research and development across the Gauteng City Region (GCR). Determination of the norms and standards for policy development and monitoring and evaluation in the Social, Economic, Governance and Planning clusters within the GCR. Conduct analysis of the literature on the policy development for GCR. Provide evidence-based decision making in the GCR. Analyse and assess cabinet memos, resolutions and public service charter and provide evidence-based decision making. Manage the GCR Data Office, working with e-Government and establish policy that filters to all Gauteng Province (GP) civil servants. Ensure proper storage of data as well as the transmission requirements of specific data. Manage the Chief Directorate: Policy Research and Development. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Sylvia Mtshali Tel No: (011) 355 6280 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: EXECUTIVE COUNCIL SOCIAL CLUSTER SUPPORT REF NO: 008591 
SALARY : R1 057 326 – R1 245 495 per annum plus (all-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in Social Science. An appropriate postgraduate qualification in the Social Sciences will be an added advantage. 5-10 years relevant functional experience in middle management with proven managerial skills, 3 years of which should be in the public sector environment. The successful candidate must possess strong strategic, leadership, and management skills. A good understanding of government priorities and knowledge of the South African political landscape and the socio-economic environment within which Public Service delivery takes place. S/he should possess a good knowledge of Government policies and Prescripts. S/he should have experience in research, policy development, formulation and analysis as well experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams. Key Competencies: Policy analysis, formulation and research; analytical and problem-solving skills; Good communication (written and verbal), financial management, programme and project management, people management and empowerment skills. Service delivery innovation and strategic planning skills with a strong focus on client orientation. Attributes: Ability to work under pressure, in a team and independently and to cope with a high workload discipline. S/he must be assertiveness, innovative and creative. 
 
DUTIES : As part of the senior management team in the Office of the Premier, the incumbent will be responsible for the overall management and/or coordination of the following functions: Provide strategic and technical policy and research advice, and co-ordinate support to Departments in the Social Cluster on Executive Council matters. Manage the development and coordination of the Social Cluster Cabinet Programme (Executive Council programme) and identify issues that require the collective consideration of the Social Cluster in line with the provincial strategic priorities; Executive Council decisions and from environmental scans on socio-economic and development issues related to the social sector. Provide leadership of the Directorate, ensure that performance targets of the directorate are achieved and manage resources efficiently and effectively in accordance with Public Service policies and prescripts and ensure sound human resources management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Sylvia Mtshali Tel No: (011) 355 6280